"What is the origin of the Northern Cross Group?" Su Tao casually flipped through the information, most of which were the financial data of the group, and there was no mention of its background.

Qin Meimei frowned and said: "This group has the background of many international institutions, and it is also inextricably linked to the World Health Organization. ”

Su Tao's first reaction was that this group should be related to the "Red Cross".

In general, international medical institutions use the "cross" as a symbol.

One version comes from the Bible that Jesus was crucified without sin in order to redeem mankind and help them from death and suffering. There is also a saying that the flag originated from Switzerland, and in order to pay tribute to Switzerland, the birthplace of the Red Cross, the Swiss flag was inverted.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency under the United Nations, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and is the largest intergovernmental health organization in the world.

Su Tao said in a deep voice: "What is the attitude of the government now?"

Qin Meimei shook her head and said with a wry smile: "The Northern Cross Group has opened up the relationship with the Ministry of Civil Affairs and has the support of the ministries and commissions, so it has more advantages than us." What's more, they have enough money to be stronger than we are. ”

Su Tao sighed and said, "Keep tracking, I will also think of a way." ”

Qin Meimei shook her jade fingers like green onions, and said with a faint smile: "It's not that troublesome, I have already hooked up with a director of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, and he is willing to support our project." ”

Su Tao frowned and said, "How did you get on the line?"

Qin Meimei smiled: "Of course, it is to use money to open the way." ”

This is due to the environment in China, if you want to do something, you must pay a certain price, there is no dinner for no reason, Qin Meimei did a businessman's usual trick.

In the process of the rise of many enterprises, there is original sin.

At the beginning, the reason why Li Fukun, the richest man in Huainan, was able to rise so fast was because Qin Meimei helped him dredge up a lot of relationships behind his back, so Qin Meimei knew this well.

Su Tao felt a little inappropriate, and said in a deep voice: "How did he answer you?"

Qin Meimei said a little depressed: "I don't know if I feel that the money is less, and I didn't give a direct promise, let us wait for a while, and strive for the ministry to issue a document, so that we and the Northern Cross are at the same starting line in terms of government support." ”

Su Tao sighed: "I think this matter is very likely to be a trap. ”

"Are you too worried?" Qin Meimei was reminded by Su Tao like this, and suddenly felt a little uneasy, "The cadre I docked, he had a good attitude, and he didn't mean to return the money." ”

Su Tao analyzed: "If he transfers that money to the discipline inspection department, then he can be exempted from asking for bribes, and there is no dispute about the fact that you paid bribes." ”

Qin Meimei's face changed slightly, and she defended: "I found that person through a reliable relationship, and that situation should not occur." ”

Su Tao waved his hand and pondered: "There is no absolutely reliable person in the world. Moreover, people are selfish, and when the situation is not right, they will choose to switch sides. If I'm not mistaken, you're now on the Ministry of Civil Affairs' blacklist. If the bribery is made public, it will have a huge impact on the image of Qi Huang Charity. ”

Qihuang Charity is a public welfare organization, but now it involves bribery, and once it is known to the public, it will definitely cause heated discussions. Originally, investing in the construction of welfare homes was a meaningful and good thing for the society, but now because of this problem, it will be covered with a layer of gray.

This can't be blamed on Qin Meimei, in an environment like Huaxia, if you want to dredge up the relationship, it is useless to rely on a three-inch tongue. In many cases, it is necessary to use money to open the way and win more support. Any organization will encounter similar problems in the process of development, otherwise it will not be able to move forward.

Qin Meimei is also a delicate person, and when she heard Su Tao's explanation, she suddenly knew that she had done something stupid, and it was very likely that she would throw the handle into the hands of the other party.

She was annoyed, and a little lucky, said, "Maybe it's not as complicated as you think." ”

"You call him now, test his tone, if he still perfunctory and deal with you, then nine times out of ten, we have fallen into a trap. Su Tao said in a heavy tone.

Qin Meimei dialed the phone number of the person in charge of the Ministry of Civil Affairs and said with a smile: "Director Mao, hello, I am Qin Meimei of Qihuang Charity. ”

Mao Yuanshui sat at the desk to revise a material, he held up the frame, and said lightly: "Mr. Qin, you are here for that document, now there are variables, and you need to study carefully before you can make a final decision." ”

Qin Meimei laughed softly: "Director Mao, at the dinner not long ago, you patted your chest and assured me that you would be able to issue documents in a week at most. I'll be honest with you, the negotiations between the Northern Cross Group and the local government are progressing very quickly, and if the documents are not issued for a long time, our project will have to be shelved. ”

Mao Yuanshui frowned, and said lightly: "Mr. Qin, you have to understand my difficulty, the ministry doesn't just send it." The reason why the Northern Cross Group was able to get the supporting documents from our ministry was also after half a year of review, and your situation was not as good as theirs, so according to the convention, the speed would be slower, and I have done my best. If you don't trust my abilities, then please be smart. ”

Seeing Mao Yuanshui say this, Qin Meimei hurriedly whispered and smiled: "I was too anxious to speak just now, I apologize to you first." But I have to ask you to help us keep an eye on the follow-up progress. ”

"Since you still believe in me, then I will do my best. Mao Yuanshui sighed, "I still have a lot of work to deal with here, so I won't say anything more to you first, and I'll tell you more about the progress of the document you asked for when I have time." ”

After speaking, Mao Yuanshui hung up the phone.

Listening to the busy tone on the phone, Qin Meimei shook her head and smiled bitterly, and said to Su Tao: "As you expected, Mao Yuanshui is perfunctory to us." ”

Qin Meimei can still be obedient and listen, although Mao Yuanshui did not speak directly, but from his attitude, it can be analyzed that there have been waves in this matter.

Lu Shimiao comforted beside her: "There is no document, and the problem is not big." It's a big deal that we can find other local governments, negotiate projects to build social welfare institutions, and stagger competition with the Northern Cross Group, isn't it?"

Qin Mei sighed and said helplessly: "I'm afraid that this Northern Cross Group is deliberately targeting us, otherwise, why would it specifically target the city that we have already negotiated?"

Su Tao nodded and said softly, "Sister Meimei has analyzed it well. The Northern Cross Group is not just here for Qihuang Charity, but for me. ”

Qin Meimei knew that Su Tao was relieving her pressure, and wondered: "Why?" Su Tao smiled lightly and said, "I went south and north and caused a lot of trouble. Qihuang charity is one of my core causes, so if the other party can use Qihuang charity to defeat me, why not? Now the top priority is to find out who is behind the Northern Cross Group. Knowing oneself and knowing the other side can not be defeated in a hundred battles. As for your bribery of Mao Yuanshui, I will solve it. ”

"What are you going to do with this?" Qin Meimei sighed heavily and asked helplessly.

Money trading is very common in business competition, and Qin Meimei did not expect this to be a huge trap.

"Of course, I want the money back. Su Tao smiled, "How much money did you stuff him?"

"Three million. Qin Meimei whispered, her eyes fell on the ground, like a wronged little daughter-in-law.

"It's so many!" Su Tao was also taken aback, "Mao Yuanshui took three million and didn't do anything, things must have taken a turn for the worse." But don't worry, I'll get this money back. But don't do such stupid things in the future. The three million dollars are donations from well-wishers, and they should be spent on helping those in need. You take this money to honor those who eat and drink without worrying about it, putting the cart before the horse, and contrary to our original intention of Qihuang's charity. ”

"I know it's wrong, but in this society, if you don't do this, many things can't be done. Qin Meimei bit her red lips with her teeth and tried to justify.

Lu Shimiao also defended Qin Meimei: "Meimei, she will do this as a last resort." As the head of the agency, I should bear the primary responsibility for this matter. ”

Su Tao smiled: "I don't mean to blame you. I just want to say that the operation and development of Qihuang Charity must be above board, and cannot go the wrong way. If you encounter this kind of problem that cannot be solved in the future, you should discuss it with you. Although I am a hands-off shopkeeper most of the time, I can still make some contributions at critical moments. ”

Qin Meimei glared at Su Tao angrily, "You still know that your president is only in name." ”

Su Tao laughed and said, "It turns out that you have always complained about me in your hearts." It seems that I must handle this matter well in order to show that I have real skills as the president. ”

After Su Tao's gag, the tension in the original office was relieved a lot. At this time, there was a knock on the door outside, Lu Shimiao shouted to please come in, and a young female employee walked in, and she reported with an anxious expression: "We have monitored some negative information on the Internet. A reporter exposed that we have adopted illegal means in the process of carrying out the social welfare institute project. ”

Qin Meimei sighed, and smiled helplessly: "It seems that I am really afraid of something." It must have been Mao Yuanshui who betrayed us. With that, she slammed her fist into the leather sofa.

"We can't say that others betrayed us, we can only blame us for not being calm enough. Su Tao patiently reassured.

Lu Shimiao waved her hand at the female employee and said, "I know, let the brand department take public opinion public relations and delete the negative news as soon as possible." Remember to keep this matter confidential, and no discussion is allowed within the company. ”

After the female employee left the office, Qin Meimei glanced at Su Tao and asked, "How are you going to deal with this matter?"

Su Tao sighed and said helplessly: "The thing is that we did wrong, so we have to sincerely apologize." I will have a phone call with Commissioner Zhao to explain our hardships and strive for leniency. ”

(End of chapter)